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In the opening match of the Legends League Cricket 2023<\/strong> at the JSCA International Stadium Complex, the clash between India Capitals and Bhilwara Kings<\/a> lived up to the expectations of an exhilarating T20 encounter. Bhilwara Kings held their nerve and ended up bagging a thrilling win.<\/p>\n The India Capitals posted a challenging total of 228\/8 in their 20 overs. Gautam Gambhir<\/strong><\/a>\u2018s explosive innings of 63 runs off 35 balls, including 8 fours and 2 sixes, provided a solid foundation.<\/p>\n Kirk Edwards<\/strong> also played a vital role, contributing 59 runs off 31 deliveries with 5 fours and 4 sixes. Ben Dunk<\/strong> and Ashley Nurse<\/strong> made significant contributions, scoring 37 (16) and 34 (20) respectively. Anureet Singh<\/strong> starred with the ball for Bhilwara Kings, claiming 4 wickets for 29 runs in his 4 overs.<\/p>\n In response, Bhilwara Kings displayed remarkable resilience, chasing down the target with just 4 balls to spare. Solomon Mire<\/strong>\u2018s explosive innings of 70 runs off 40 balls, including 9 fours and 3 sixes, set the tone for the Kings\u2019 successful run chase. Irfan Pathan<\/strong><\/a> played a sensational knock, scoring 65 runs off just 19 balls, smashing 9 sixes. Despite a few wickets falling at regular intervals, Bhilwara Kings reached the target with contributions from Robin Bist<\/strong> (30 off 20) and Chris Barnwell<\/strong> (22 off 12).<\/p>\n The India Capitals bowlers struggled to contain the Kings\u2019 batsmen, with Isuru Udana<\/strong> being the most successful, taking 3 wickets for 51 runs in his 4 overs. Rusty Theron<\/strong> also made an impact, claiming 2 wickets for 33 runs. In the end, Bhilwara Kings emerged victorious, winning by 3 wickets. The match showcased outstanding performances with both bat and ball, setting the tone for an exciting season of Legends League Cricket.<\/p>\n .@Bhilwarakings<\/a> emerged victorious in a thrilling face-off against India Capitals in the first match of #LLCT20<\/a>, winning by 3 wickets.<\/p>\n Their win marks the beginning of a fiercely competitive season. <\/p>\n The clash was nothing short of spectacular!#LegendsLeagueCricket<\/a>\u2026 pic.twitter.com\/BfTZltwmbx<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Legends League Cricket (@llct20) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Hats off to my brother @IrfanPathan<\/a> for an outstanding performance, leading the way with an unbeaten 65* to chase down 200+. Proud of you, brother! #LeadingByExample<\/a> #LLCT20<\/a> \ud83c\udfcf\ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/2hJDhpM358<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Yusuf Pathan (@iamyusufpathan) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n IRFAN PATHAN, THE HERO FOR BHILWARA KINGS\u2026.!!!!<\/p>\n \u2013 Captain Irfan smashed 65* runs from just 19 balls when the team was down & out while chasing 229 runs. He is leading the team by example in LLC. pic.twitter.com\/wOzYkYyiSO<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Irfan Pathan is on fire here \ud83c\udfcf\ud83c\udfcf @IrfanPathan<\/a> #LegendsLeagueCricket<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/auGr1bmdRC<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Ashish K Singh (ABP News) (@AshishSinghLIVE) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n 65*(19), unbelievable knock \ud83d\udca5 \u2014 \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddebHIKMAT KHAN \ud83c\udde6\ud83c\uddeb (@HikmatK81939960) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Irfan Pathan unleashed his legendary prowess in the Legends League. #IrfanPathan<\/a> | #LegendsLeague<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/10zVvLXyF5<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\ude4e\ud835\ude5d\ud835\ude56\ud835\ude5e\ud835\ude6f\ud835\ude5e\u2661 (@shaizitarar) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n https:\/\/twitter.com\/1m_lucifer45\/status\/1725926312572067940<\/p>\n Anyone watching #LegendsLeagueCricket<\/a> ?? \u2014 Avani \u2661\u2728 (@avaniliciousss) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Well Played @IrfanPathan<\/a> \ud83d\udd25 <\/p>\n 65 Runs in Just 19 balls \ud83d\udd25 pic.twitter.com\/iPfJUGtzx7<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 \ud835\ude70\ud835\ude8a\ud835\ude96\ud835\ude92\ud835\ude9b \u2728 (@AamirsABD) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Legends Legaue\ud83d\ude0d @IrfanPathan<\/a> is truly a legend of sixes\ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f 64runs off 19 balls 8sixes and 2 fours.\ud83e\udee1\ud83e\udee1 Wapas ajao bhai..India ko zaroorat hai apne jaisa allrounder ko\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3 #IrfanPathan<\/a> #Worldcupfinal2023<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/K6QojJ301P<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Pratik Singha (@Prateek_Singha) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n THE RISE OF PRINCE YAWAR<\/p>\n Irfan pathan the hero<\/p>\n \u2014 rAgArjun (@RaGaRjUn689) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n Captain Irfan Pathan is on fire here \ud83d\udd25\ud83d\udd25\ud83c\udfcf Scored the fastest half-century by any player in the history of #LegendsLeagueCricket<\/a><\/p>\n Captain leading from the front. \ud83d\udcaa\ud83e\uddff Well played \ud83d\udc4f @IrfanPathan<\/a> #IrfanPathan<\/a> #LLCT20<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/ZZr7OpZNv8<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Saabir Zafar (@Saabir_Saabu01) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n #IrfanPathan<\/a>, most in form Indian cricketer right now! \ud83d\ude09 pic.twitter.com\/EMQiHJZLxr<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 Ajitdeep (@CHAIHOLIC_) November 18, 2023<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote><\/div>\nGautam Gambhir propels India Capitals to a massive total<\/h2>\n
Also READ: List of World Cup winning players participating in the Legends League Cricket 2023<\/a><\/h3>\n
Irfan Pathan drives Bhilwara Kings over the finish line<\/h2>\n
Here is how Twitter reacted:<\/h2>\n
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@irfanpathan<\/a> you are a truly legend aesa innings kal surya Kumar ka dekna chahty hy \ud83e\udd32#LegendsLeagueCricket<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/b4lV4DW13e<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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Irfan Pathan 65*(19) \ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f\ud83e\udd2f pic.twitter.com\/YrArtLpFT8<\/a><\/p>\n\n
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